Custodian

Job Summary Custodian position under the direct supervision of the Principal, Director of Facilities, and Business Manager. Performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary. Position Function Comprehensive custodial and maintenance duties throughout school properties, ensuring safety and cleanliness for all occupants. Essential Functions Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift to ensure safety and cleanliness. Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other school areas according to district standards. Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors. Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds. Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills. Removes graffiti and cleans glass areas. Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables, and equipment in meeting rooms and functional spaces. Clears snow from entrances and walkways, spreading sand and ice-melting chemicals. Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris, and maintains grounds. Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies. Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms, and other areas of the building. Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash; assists in recycling program. Additional Duties Performs general cleaning and repair work, particularly during school vacations. Assists parents and visitors to school buildings with special events and programs. Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor. Equipment Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mowers, and other hand tools. Safety Requirements Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the use of tools and power equipment. Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks. Complies with school district's chemical hygiene program and follows MSDS sheets. Travel Requirements Occasional travel between schools or between schools and central office may be required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor and coordinate work with principal and others. Ability to read, write and speak English fluently. Ability to describe cleaning, maintenance, or repair problems orally or in writing. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others. Mathematical ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide units of measure. Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow. Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts. Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedules set forth by supervisors. Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Standard office and school building environments. Work outdoors in inclement weather conditions. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc. Qualifications Profile Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. High School Diploma or equivalent education sufficient to perform the duties. Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable. Motor vehicle operator's license or ability to provide own transportation. FLSA Status Non‑exempt Additional Requirements Black Seal Boiler License Required. #J-18808-Ljbffr